Bajwai - Kusmi, Sidhi
Bajwai is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajwai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajwai is 503271. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.71 hectares and falls under the 486669 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bajwai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bajwai
According to the 2011 Census, Bajwai village had a total population of 912 people, including 478 males and 434 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.62%, with male literacy at 79.05% and female literacy at 52.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 579.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 478 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 579 | 296 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 317 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 161 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Bajwai
Bajwai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bajwai
Bajwai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Bajwai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajwai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bajwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajwai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bajwai
Where is Bajwai located?
Bajwai village is located in Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajwai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajwai is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Bajwai?
The pincode of Bajwai is 486669.
What is the population of Bajwai?
Bajwai had a total population of 912, including 478 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Bajwai?
Bajwai had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajwai was 66.62%. Male literacy was 79.05% and female literacy was 52.30%.